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SK08 YFU

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,252 mi
Last recorded145,252 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 YFU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 145,252 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 140,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 140,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 138,033 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 131,340 miles

Rear rear seat belt not possible to cheak hevy tuf on seat.

Fail 27 Jun 2018 131,340 miles

Rear rear seat belt not possible to cheak hevy tuf on seat.

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2017 126,989 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 114,997 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 114,997 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Allround (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2015 105,603 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 94,621 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 72,459 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 72,459 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 59,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius?

Based on 1,959,742 MOT tests across 148,686 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
12,199
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
148,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,116
position lamp(s) not working 9,474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,244
Registration plate lamp not working 9,122
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SK08 YFU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 95,270 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Prius fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK08 YFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK08 YFU registered?

SK08 YFU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is SK08 YFU safe to buy?

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